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How does sugar contribute to cavities?
Oral bacteria feed on sugars, producing acid that erodes enamel, leading to cavities.
What is a dental bonding procedure?
A cosmetic procedure where a tooth-colored composite material is applied, shaped, hardened, and polished to repair or improve appearance.
How can I care for my child’s oral health?
Begin oral care early, avoid sugary drinks, use fluoride toothpaste, ensure regular dental visits, and provide a balanced diet.
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Why might I experience a dry mouth?
Causes include certain medications, aging, radiation therapy, diseases, and tobacco or alcohol use.
How do dentists fix cavities?
By removing the decayed portion and filling the cavity with dental materials like amalgam, composite resin, or porcelain.
Why are dental check-ups recommended twice a year?
To ensure optimal oral health, detect and treat dental issues early, and receive professional cleanings to remove plaque and tartar.
What is a pulpotomy?
A procedure where the pulp of a tooth, usually in children, is removed from the crown portion, often preceding a pulpectomy or root canal.
What is tooth remineralization?
The natural process where minerals are deposited back onto tooth enamel, often aided by fluoride.
Why do some foods stain teeth?
Their color compounds (chromogens) bind to tooth enamel, especially when combined with acid or tannins. Examples include coffee, tea, wine, and berries.
How do dentists detect oral cancer?
Through visual inspection, palpation, using specialized lights, or dyes, and if suspicious, a biopsy is taken for definitive diagnosis.
Why do we get toothaches?
Due to cavities, gum disease, impacted teeth, infections, tooth fractures, or conditions like sinusitis or temporomandibular joint disorders.
Why are my gums bleeding when I brush?
Bleeding gums can be a sign of gum disease, brushing too hard, or using a toothbrush with hard bristles. If it persists, see a dentist.
How does tobacco use affect oral health?
It increases the risk of gum disease, tooth loss, oral cancer, and can cause bad breath and tooth staining.
How can I maintain healthy gums?
Brush and floss regularly, have professional cleanings, eat a balanced diet, avoid tobacco, and manage conditions like diabetes.
How can I treat receding gums?
Practice good oral hygiene, consider dental procedures like scaling and root planing, surgical grafts, or using specifically designed toothbrushes or toothpaste.
What are dental sealants?
Protective plastic coatings applied to the chewing surfaces of back teeth, preventing food and bacteria from getting trapped and causing cavities.
Why should I avoid oral jewelry like tongue and lip piercings?
They can lead to chipped teeth, gum damage, infection, and interfere with speech, chewing, or swallowing.
What is the role of an oral pathologist?
They study the causes, processes, and effects of oral diseases, providing diagnoses and suggesting treatments.
How should I handle a knocked-out tooth?
Hold it by the crown, rinse with milk or saline, try to reinsert it, if not possible, keep it moist in milk/saline, and see a dentist ASAP.
How do I care for my braces?
Brush and floss regularly, avoid hard or sticky foods, wear mouthguards if needed, and see your orthodontist for regular adjustments.
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